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The Heart of Joy in Icod de Los Vinos, Tenerife

The carnival in Icod de Los Vinos may not be among the grandest in Tenerife, but the vibrant joy is as colorful as can be. The locals love to party, and many volunteers make great efforts to maintain the significant Latin American influence.

This winter has been colder than usual on the northwest coast of Tenerife. February started off poorly with cold northern winds, rain, and temperatures dropping to 9ºC. Some carnival events had to be canceled due to bad weather, and everything seemed rather gloomy. But not for long— the weather changed, and suddenly, an explosion of music, costumes, and dance filled the streets. The sun shone on a snow-covered Mount Teide, and our little community at its foot shifted into party mode. My husband took many photos, and I’m delighted to share them with you.

© Photos by Eldar Einarson

Our little community at the foot of Mount Teide
Our little community at the foot of Mount Teide
The carnival is finally here
The carnival is finally here
A perfect occasion to show our hidden sides :)
It is a perfect occasion to show our hidden sides 🙂
Kids practicing their performing skills
Kids practicing their performing skills
Viva Mexico!
Viva Mexico!
Every carnival has a queen
Every carnival has a queen
A large stage is mounted on Plaza de Americas
A large stage is mounted on Plaza de Americas
One of several local performing groups
One of several local performing groups
The long training period is finally over
The long training period is finally over
We are the future
We are the future!
I have convinced my husband to take a picture of him
I have convinced my husband to take a picture of him
No carnival here without Tequilas, Mojitos and Cuba Libres
There is no carnival here without Tequilas, Mojitos, and Cuba Libres
The seniors are as vital as the kids
The seniors are as energetic as the kids
We are the residents of Icod de Los Vinos and we love it!

Here is a series of carnival photos taken by my husband as a homage to the joy of life and the people of Icod de Los Vinos:

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